Primary Care

Specialties: Family Medicine

Languages Spoken: English, Mandarin

Education: Undergraduate: University of California, Berkeley – Bachelor of Arts

Medical/Professional: University of California, Berkeley – Master of Public Health

Doctorate: The University of Chicago, The Pritzker School of Medicine – Doctor of Medicine

Internship: Oregon Health Science University – Family Medicine

Residency: Oregon Health Science University – Family Medicine

Board Certification(s): American Board of Family Medicine

Medical Staff Status: West Salem Clinic Provider – Medical Director

Accepting New Patients: Yes

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Specialties: Family Medicine

Languages Spoken: English

Education: Undergraduate: Colorado State University – Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences

Medical/Professional: Graduate:  Drexel University Master of Health Science – Physician Assistant

Board Certification(s): National Commission on Certifications of Physician Assistants

Medical Staff Status: West Salem Clinic Physician Assistant

Accepting New Patients: Yes

Clinical Interests:  Reproductive Health and Primary Care

Bio: After graduating from Colorado State University, I gained clinical experience in both Colorado and Alaska providing medical care form individuals with poor access.  This inspired a passion for enabling patients to attain the care they deserve and educating patients regarding their medical care.  I later moved to Philadelphia to continue my education at Drexel University which allowed my interest in primary care to develop further.  I’m new to the Pacific Northwest after living all throughout the country, including Vermont, Colorado, and Alaska.  I’m excited to experience all Oregon has to offer and explore the area.

Specialties: Family Medicine/Primary Care

Languages Spoken: English

Education: Undergraduate: Bachelor of Science in Biology at Augusta University

Graduate: Master of Arts in Teaching at Augusta University, Master of Physician Assistant Studies at University of Florida

Board Certification(s): Physician Assistant

Medical Staff Status: West Salem Clinic Provider

Accepting New Patients: Yes

Clinical Interests: LGBTQ+ health care

Bio: Jonathan is a passionate medical provider and former high school science teacher. His enthusiasm for medicine and education both strengthen his ability and enjoyment of spending time helping his patients understand the information they receive during their visits. He is always willing to listen and learn from his patients to help guide his medical decision-making. Oregon is Jonathan’s new home after living in various locations on the East Coast, namely Georgia, New York, and Florida where he taught, gained experience in physical therapy and urgent care, and completed his medical education.

Specialties: Family Medicine

Languages Spoken: English

Education: Undergraduate: The Pennsylvania State University

Graduate: Georgetown University

Board Certification(s): Family Nurse Practitioner-Certified

Medical Staff Status: West Salem Clinic

Accepting New Patients: Yes

Clinical Interests: Preventative care for the entire family and management of acute and chronic issues.

Bio: I recently graduated from the Georgetown University FNP program and am excited to start at Northwest Human Services as a Nurse practitioner. Preventative medicine is one of my passions. My priority is keeping people out of the hospital and functioning at their highest level at home. I have worked as a nurse for 10 years, with a background in Emergency and Intensive care. I am originally from Pennsylvania but moved to Oregon after falling in love with the area. I enjoy being active, running, and spending time with my family in my free time.

Specialties: FM/OMT

Languages Spoken: English, some Spanish and Japanese (not fluent)

Education: Undergraduate: Gustavus Adolphus College

Graduate: Central Washington University

Medical School: Western University of Health Sciences COMP-Northwest

Intern/Residency: Trios Health

Board Certification(s): American Board of Family Medicine in Family Medicine, AOA in Osteopathic Manipulative Therapy (OMT)

Medical Staff Status: West Salem Clinic Provider

Accepting New Patients: OMT only

Clinical Interests: Holistic and patient centered medical care with a foundation in evidence based medicine and education, multifaceted pain reduction, trauma informed care, LGBTQ+ care, addiction medicine, homeless care, HCV treatment.

Specialties: Family Medicine

Languages Spoken: English

Education: Undergraduate: University of Oregon, Bachelor of Science – Major: Chemistry

Medical Education: A.T. Still University of Health Sciences, Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies

Board Certification(s): NCCPA – National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

Medical Staff Status: West Salem Clinic Provider

Accepting New Patients: Yes

Clinical Interests: Holistic well-being

Bio: Meghan Ferry, MPAS, PA-C, (she/her) is dedicated to her patients with a focus on promoting holistic well-being and delivering patient-centered care. She holds a master’s in health science from ATSU and a Bachelor of Science from the University of Oregon. With a passion for chronic disease management and women’s health, Meghan’s areas of interest lie in empowering individuals to embrace healthy lifestyles and manage their conditions effectively. Meghan’s commitment to inclusivity and trauma-informed care ensures that every patient receives compassionate guidance towards becoming a healthier version of themselves.

Beyond her professional endeavors, she finds joy in being a Marion County Master Gardener, cultivating and preserving food, expressing creativity through interior design, and cherishing time spent with family and friends.

Specialties: Physician Assistant

Languages Spoken: English

Education: Undergraduate: Western Oregon University – Bachelors in Community Health

Medical/Professional: Oregon Health and Science University – (MPAS) Master of Physician Assistant Studies

Board Certification(s): NCCPA – National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

Medical Staff Status: West Salem Clinic Provider

Accepting New Patients: Yes

Clinical Interests:

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Specialties: Physician Assistant

Languages Spoken: English

Education: Undergraduate: Missouri State University, Springfield, MO – Bachelor of Science in Biology, Chemistry minor

Medical Education: The George Washington University, Washington, D.C. – Master of Science in Health Sciences and Master of Public Health with Community Oriented Primary Care focus

Board Certification(s): NCCPA – National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

Medical Staff Status: West Salem Clinic Provider

Accepting New Patients: Yes

Clinical Interests: Reproductive health, gender affirming health care, pediatrics.

Bio: After studying biology at Missouri State University, I moved to Washington, D.C. where I worked in reproductive health. I then graduated from the George Washington University dual Physician Assistant and Public Health program. My training centered on community health centers and primary care. My husband and I moved to Salem in 2017 so I could start my PA career at Northwest Human Services and raise our two sons with a love of the outdoors. As a Family Practice PA, I see patients of all ages and gender expressions and strive to address a broad range of health conditions. In my free time I enjoy rock climbing, yoga, music, and travel.

Specialties: Physician Assistant

Languages Spoken: English

Education: Undergraduate: Oregon State University- Honors Bachelor of Science in Biology, Minors in Chemistry and Spanish

Medical Education: The George Washington University- Master of Science in Health Sciences

Board Certification(s): NCCPA – National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

Medical Staff Status: West Salem Clinic Provider

Accepting New Patients: Yes

Clinical Interests: Women’s health, pediatrics, gender affirming healthcare.

Bio: I grew up in Oregon and completed my medical training in Washington, DC. I returned to Oregon to be near family and help keep my community healthy. I work in primary care because I value the relationships and health journeys of my patients over time. I enjoy seeing the entire family unit. I see my role as a primary care provider as one that helps guide my patients to be the healthiest versions of themselves and am willing to meet them where they’re at in their own health journey. I like to tailor my approach to care to serve the whole person sitting in front of me. Outside of clinic I value time with my family, raising my young twins, running, gardening and reading.

Specialties: Child and Adult Psychiatry

Languages: English

Education: (Undergraduate) Allegheny College, B.S. Biology, Cum Laude

(Graduate) University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Joseph Heidenkamp Award for Child Psychiatry

(Internship) Combined Pediatrics/Child Psychiatry, Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh

(Residency) Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic, University of Pittsburgh, Combined Child and Adult Residency Training Program

Medical Staff

Status: Staff Psychiatrist, West Salem Clinic

Accepting New Patients: Yes

Clinical Interests: Integrating care between Family Practice and the clinical treatment of Psychiatric disorders

Bio: Dr. Truschel has worked for over 30 years as a Community Psychiatrist in the Pacific Northwest. He had the honor to work for 2 years in New Zealand as Senior Consultant to the Canterbury Area Health Board for the South Sector of Christchurch, where he coordinated inpatient and outpatient care to a population of one hundred thousand. There he participated as Faculty of the University of Otago in the Registrar Training Program. He was admitted to the New Zealand Specialist Register. Back in the Pacific Northwest, he has past appointments as Associate Professor of Clinical Psychiatry for the University of Washington School of Nursing, and the University of the Pacific Osteopathic Medical School. He served as Medical Director of the Evergreen Counseling Center, in one of the poorest areas of Washington State for 10 years.
Dr. Truschel considers it an honor to work for the Medicare, Medicaid, indigent and homeless populations. He appreciates the Quinault Nation where he worked for a decade as Psychiatric Consultant to the Roger Saux Clinic. Raised in poverty, Dr. Truschel is well aware a person’s worth is not determined by their income.